Creative Video Editor Retail

Position: Creative Video Editor

Basis: Full Time Fixed Term Contract (FTC) - 12 months

Minimum Industry Experience: 3+ years

Minimum Role Experience: 2+ years

Seniority: Mid Level

Location: London - On-site with some flexibility around hybrid working

Sector: Retail - Fashion / Beauty / Home

Salary: £35K - £50Kpa - dependent on experience

The Role:

We are seeking a creative video editor for a large high street retailer, ideally with previous in-brand experience to work on editing content for our client's social media channels. This video editor will shape the visual storytelling of their social fashion and lifestyle content. They will be instrumental in bringing the brand vision of our client to life through video, with elevated and fashion-forward content.

Initially a 12 months Full Time Fixed Term Contract (FTC) with a possibility that the post will become permanent, our client is looking for someone who can start as soon as possible, subject to notice periods.

Occasionally supporting on edits for wider campaign videos as needed, the ideal candidate will have previous experience of working in-house at a brand and so will understand the dynamic and will have excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Working closely with the creative and marketing teams to align on visual direction, storytelling and pacing, the Post holder will edit compelling video content for a variety of formats, including both paid and organic social media, brand films, BTS and interviews.

The desire and ability to stay current on visual, editing and cultural trends to ensure our content feels fresh and relevant, especially in the social space, is paramount. You must possess a deep understanding of video content trends across platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and emerging formats. You must have a strong portfolio demonstrating social-first edits as well as longer-form storytelling.

With a strong sense of timing, music and fashion aesthetics, the perfect candidate will also have experience working in a fast-paced creative environment with multiple deliverables.

This is an on-site role, working at a central London Edit Suite, however, there will be some flexibility in terms of hybrid working, depending on workflow.

Role Requirements

• Experience - 2-3 years minimum
• Expert knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop)
• Brand experience - fashion / beauty / home
• Extensive social content editing experience
• Good knowledge of DaVinci Resolve

Role Responsibilities

• Edit content - primarily for social media channels
• Grade footage to create a cohesive, premium look across all edits
• Select and sync music that enhances storytelling and fits the brand tone
• Apply on-brand motion graphics and text overlays when required
• Take and implement feedback from multiple stakeholders efficiently while maintaining high standards and deadlines

Please provide a dynamic showreel with your application - a varied portfolio that showcases your editing skills and creative approach to social media.

Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we are likely to receive, we might not be able to respond to everyone. If you have not heard from us within seven days of submitting your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion, however, we thank you for your time and effort.

Our Client is an equal opportunity employer and is deeply committed to providing a diverse and inclusive working environment. They strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of age, race, colour, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected status.